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The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin

A disillusioned man fakes his own death to escape a mid-life crisis and start anew, but his return in disguise reveals that nothing has changed at his old job at Sunshine Desserts.

A man struggling with the meaning of life fakes his own death, only to find his old routine unaltered. He finds unexpected prosperity in a quirky business, but ultimately sabotages it. His subsequent endeavors, including a communal experiment, fail, leaving him right back where he began.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Hippopotamus

1. Hippopotamus

Aired: Sep 8, 1976

A 46-year-old sales executive, Reginald Perrin, is consumed by a mid-life cri...

Episode 2 Nightmare in the Park

2. Nightmare in the Park

Aired: Sep 15, 1976

Reggie's life spirals out of control as he becomes obsessed with writing hurt...

Episode 7 The Memorial Service

7. The Memorial Service

Aired: Oct 20, 1976

Reggie, disguised as Martin Wellbourne, a supposed friend of the deceased fro...

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Info about The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin

Seasons: 4

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC One

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Comedy